Instant pot charro refried beans –Hey there, food enthusiasts! Are you ready to dive into the fantastic world of refried beans? Yes, you heard that right! We’re going to whip up some Instant Pot Refried Beans that are so delicious, they’ll make your taste buds dance the cha-cha! So grab your Instant Pot, and let’s get cooking!
The BEST Instant Pot Refried Beans
These beans are not just any beans. They are healthy, flavorful, and can be made without soaking! You’ll have a bowl of happiness ready in no time. Plus, they are perfect for any meal of the day. Who said beans are just for burritos? Let’s break the mold!
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried pinto beans (no soaking required!)
- 4 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (or more if you’re feeling spicy)
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or bacon fat for extra flavor)
- Juice of 1 lime (because why not?)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional, but it makes you look fancy!)
Instructions
- First things first, rinse those dried pinto beans like they just came back from a wild party. Give them a good wash under cold water!
- Dump the rinsed beans, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and your liquid of choice into the Instant Pot. Stir things up like you’re making a potion!
- Lock the lid on, set the valve to sealing, and let’s get this party started. Cook on high pressure for about 35 minutes. That’s right, sit back, relax, and maybe do a little dance in the kitchen.
- Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for about 15 minutes. If you can’t wait, you can do a quick release, but be careful! Watch out for that steam—it’s like a mini volcano!
- When you open the pot, your beans should be perfectly tender. Grab a potato masher and mash up those beans to your desired creaminess. If you want them extra smooth, you can use an immersion blender. Get your blender game on!
- Stir in that olive oil (or bacon fat for the win) and lime juice. Your beans are now ready to party! Taste them and adjust the seasoning if needed. Sprinkle some fresh cilantro on top for that gourmet touch.
And voila! Your Instant Pot Refried Beans are ready to be devoured. Use them in tacos, burritos, or just eat them straight out of the bowl—no judgments here! Enjoy your culinary masterpiece and remember, beans are friends, not food (oh wait… they ARE food). Bon appétit!